Maundy Thursday

...but I am among you as one who serves...

Washing and drying: skin smooth or calloused, muscles frail or work-hardened.

...this is my body, broken for you... this wine, my blood outpoured...

Dinner together: sharing food and water, bread and wine.

...pray that you will not fall into temptation...

Into the church: anguished memories, and stripping the altar, in silence and tears.

...Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not my will, but yours be done.